Renowned TV chef Gino D’Acampo has come under fire after receiving an official complaint while filming his latest ITV series, Emissions Impossible. 

The controversy arose when the Italian-born chef, 48, made an inappropriate remark suggesting a threesome with a female dancer. 

A video obtained by The Sun further reveals D’Acampo repeatedly questioning the dancer about her preference for Italian or French men, 

despite her clearly stating she was in a committed relationship.

Controversial Comments Spark Complaints

D’Acampo, along with his co-host Fred Sirieix, was in Austria filming the show, which focuses on promoting a greener, healthier lifestyle. 

However, production was halted amidst growing concerns over D’Acampo’s behavior. Some crew members reportedly required counseling after the incident, and ITV has since pulled all of D’Acampo’s shows following multiple complaints from women regarding his conduct.

This scandal comes on the heels of previous allegations against the chef. Reports have surfaced accusing him of making crude and inappropriate remarks about TV personalities Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton. Despite the backlash, D’Acampo has categorically denied all accusations.

Incident in Innsbruck: A Dance Performance Gone Wrong

The controversy stems from footage filmed in October 2023 in Innsbruck, Austria, featuring a Schuhplattler dance performance. The traditional routine was performed by a trio, consisting of a woman, her boyfriend, and another male dancer. During the interaction, D’Acampo made a series of comments that raised eyebrows among those present.

At one point, he was heard telling the men, “We are lovers, not fighters. I can get your girls without even moving a finger. I could court the girl without even moving.” His remarks continued as he jokingly accused the boyfriend of being a “pervert” due to the thigh-slapping nature of the dance. D’Acampo further mocked the second male dancer, suggesting he spent time alone without female company, using a crude hand gesture to simulate the act.

In a particularly awkward exchange, D’Acampo asked the Austrian performers whether he and Fred could join the dance while intoxicated. Holding what appeared to be a pint of beer, he asked, “Can we do it drunk? Yes? Well, that’s OK then, we’re covered.”

D’Acampo and Sirieix eventually replaced the Austrian male dancers, delivering their own comedic rendition of the dance. During their performance, D’Acampo lifted Sirieix upside down, pretending to slap him repeatedly in the groin. The segment concluded with D’Acampo turning to the female dancer and suggesting, “Why don’t you just have a threesome?” to which she firmly responded, “Uh, no.” The tension was palpable when he addressed the audience, asking, “Everybody happy?” and the woman replied, “Not me.”

ITV Faces Pressure Amidst Growing Complaints

Following the uncomfortable encounter, the family-based dance troupe lodged a complaint with the show’s production company, Betty. A crew member from Emissions Impossible disclosed that multiple concerns were raised regarding D’Acampo’s behavior. These concerns were eventually escalated to ITV when production was abruptly halted just a week into filming. Initially, ITV cited D’Acampo’s ill health as the reason for the shutdown, but insiders suggest his conduct had already sparked serious concerns.

A production source stated, “The show was subject to a number of complaints from contributors and crew. These were escalated to ITV when filming was halted after a week on location in Austria.”

This latest controversy only adds to the growing scrutiny surrounding D’Acampo. While he has not publicly addressed the latest allegations in detail, his reputation has taken a significant hit, with ITV reportedly distancing itself from the celebrity chef.

As the fallout continues, it remains unclear whether D’Acampo will return to ITV screens or if these allegations will mark the end of his tenure with the network. In the meantime, his future in television appears uncertain as complaints continue to mount against him.
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